Vehicle Recovery Bodmin, Cars, Vans and Non Runners
Bodmin sits where the A30 and the A38 split, which makes it one of the busiest breakdown spots in Cornwall and one we attend regularly. Broadside Reco...
Bodmin sits where the A30 and the A38 split, which makes it one of the busiest breakdown spots in Cornwall and one we attend regularly. Broadside Recovery covers Bodmin town, Innis Downs, Carminow Cross, Lanivet, Nanstallon, Cardinham and the moor road, 24 hours a day, with a price agreed before we set off.
Most Bodmin calls come from one of three places: the A30 dual carriageway around Innis Downs and the Temple stretch across the moor, the A38 junction at Carminow Cross, and the town itself around the hospital, Beacon and Priory Road. The moor is the part visitors underestimate. It is high, exposed, often several degrees colder than the coast, and phone signal drops in places, so if you break down up there tell us your direction of travel and the last junction you passed. We also cover the A389 to Wadebridge and the lanes out towards Cardinham and Blisland, where turning space is tight and we choose the truck to suit the access.
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Services Available in Bodmin
Response Times to Bodmin
Typical arrival in Bodmin: 35-45 minutes from Pool, with the A30 junctions usually quicker to reach than the town centre.
Key Roads We Cover Around Bodmin
A30 across Bodmin Moor
Exposed, fast and weather affected. Fog, crosswinds and standing water all feature here, and it is one of our most common night call outs.
A38 Carminow Cross to Glynn Valley
Long climbs that punish cooling systems, with limited safe stopping between junctions.
A389 into town
Steep approach and tight turns near the town centre, awkward for anything long or towing.
Walker Lines and Cooksland estates
Trade and fleet work, mostly vans and light trucks needing same day recovery.
Common Callouts in Bodmin
Overheating on the moor climb
Vehicles towing caravans up onto the moor overheat regularly in summer. Pull into a layby, switch off, and do not open a hot cooling system. We will come to you.
Fog on the A30 at night
Bodmin Moor fogs in fast. If you have stopped, get well off the carriageway and keep hazards on, because visibility for approaching traffic can be very short.
Fleet van down at Walker Lines
We do a fair amount of business recovery on the Bodmin estates, including holding a vehicle overnight where a garage cannot take it until morning.
Bodmin Pricing — No Surprises
Bodmin recoveries are quoted before dispatch and depend on distance, vehicle weight and whether the job is on the moor section of the A30, where access takes longer.
"Broke down on the A30 near Bodmin in the dark and the rain. Straight answer on the phone, realistic time, and the driver made sure we were safe before touching the car."
— Rachel P., Bodmin
Local tip from our drivers
On the moor section of the A30 there is very little between junctions. If the vehicle is still limping, get to the next exit rather than stopping on an exposed stretch.
Why Local Drivers Choose Broadside
We're a Cornwall-based company. We know the roads, we know the area, and we get to you fast. No waiting hours for a national company to allocate someone — we dispatch locally and give you a clear price before sending anyone.
24/7 Call Out
Day or night, weekday or weekend — if you need recovery in Bodmin, we're available. Just call and we'll get a driver to you.
Nearby Areas We Also Cover
FAQ
Do you cover Bodmin 24/7?
Yes. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us any time.
How much does recovery cost?
Pricing depends on the job. We always give you a clear quote before dispatching a driver.
Do I need breakdown cover?
No. No membership needed. Just call us and we'll help.
Do you cover the A30 right across Bodmin Moor?
Yes, in both directions, including the higher exposed sections. It is a long stretch with few exits, so tell us the last junction you passed.
Can you recover a caravan outfit near Bodmin?
Yes. Give us the caravan length and weight along with the tow car details, because it decides how we split and load the outfit.
Is Bodmin Parkway station in your patch?
Yes. We attend the station car park and the A38 approaches to it, which is a common spot for cars that will not start after a few days parked up.
Services in Bodmin
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